Hearty One Pot Lasagna Soup: Quick Weeknight Dinner (Print Version)

Make Hearty One Pot Lasagna Soup for an easy weeknight meal. All the classic lasagna flavors in a simple, comforting bowl. Less mess, more flavor!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Contains Meat, Dairy, Gluten (adaptable)

# Ingredients:

→ Building Blocks

01 - 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
02 - 1 large onion, chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
05 - 4 cups chicken or beef broth
06 - 6-8 lasagna noodles, broken into 1-2 inch pieces

→ Creamy Finish

07 - 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
09 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Flavor Foundation

10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Fresh Accents

13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, grab your biggest pot or Dutch oven and set it over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil, then toss in your ground beef or Italian sausage. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it's nicely browned all over, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease – I usually just tilt the pot and use a spoon to scoop it out. Then, add your chopped onion and cook until it's softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. The smell at this stage is already starting to promise good things, trust me.
02 - Now for the garlic! Stir in your minced garlic and the dried Italian seasoning. Let it cook for just about 30 seconds, until you can really smell that fragrant garlic, but don't let it burn – that's a mistake I made once, and the whole soup had a bitter note. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and the chicken or beef broth. Give it all a good stir, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Those bits are pure flavor, don't leave them behind!
03 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Once it's bubbling softly, add your broken lasagna noodles. This is where I sometimes forget to add enough salt, so give it a taste! Stir the noodles in well to prevent them from sticking together. Let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are al dente. Keep an eye on it and stir occasionally; you don't want those noodles to glue themselves to the bottom of your pot. The soup will start to thicken beautifully here.
04 - Once the noodles are cooked, take the pot off the heat. Stir in about half of your Parmesan cheese. Now for the ricotta! You can either dollop spoonfuls directly into the soup for a rustic look, or for a smoother, creamier texture, you can whisk it with a ladleful of hot soup first before stirring it in. I usually just dollop it; I like seeing those creamy pockets. This step really brings that classic lasagna richness to your One Pot Lasagna Soup.
05 - Ladle the warm One Pot Lasagna Soup into individual bowls. Top each serving generously with shredded mozzarella cheese and a little extra Parmesan. You can even pop the bowls under the broiler for a minute or two until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden, but watch it like a hawk – cheese goes from perfect to burnt in a flash! Or, if you're feeling less adventurous, just let the residual heat of the soup melt the cheese.
06 - Finish each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh basil leaves. The green against the red of the soup just looks so inviting, and the fresh herb really brightens the whole dish. Serve your glorious One Pot Lasagna Soup immediately! It's best enjoyed piping hot, with all that melty cheese and tender noodles. This is the moment you've been waiting for, a truly comforting and satisfying meal.

# Notes:

01 - Always break your lasagna noodles into small, manageable pieces before adding them to the pot; otherwise, they're a wrestling match.
02 - Don't overcook the noodles in this One Pot Lasagna Soup; they'll continue to soften a bit as the soup cools, so aim for al dente.
03 - For extra richness, a splash of heavy cream at the end, just before serving, can make this One Pot Lasagna Soup even more luxurious.
04 - If you're making a big batch, consider cooking the noodles separately and adding them to individual bowls to prevent them from getting too soggy during storage.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large Dutch oven or pot

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 20g
Total Carbohydrate: 40g
Protein: 30g

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